Director of Programs, ConnectALL

NY HELP No

Agency Empire State Development, NYS

Title Director of Programs, ConnectALL

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $90000 to $100000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Duties Description Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.BASIC FUNCTION:The Director of Programs will oversee rapid project implementation and effective program management across ConnectALL's diverse portfolio, which is complex, fast-paced, and high-profile. The Director will ensure that ConnectALL's programs are completed on time and implemented to the highest standards in accordance with all state and federal requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:WORK PERFORMED:1. Implement ConnectALL's program portfolio with public and private sector grantees. Responsibilities include ensuring ConnectALL has effective systems and documentation to scale operations and overseeing compliance with state and federal requirements. 2. Develop consistent and efficient workflows within ConnectALL and at points of intersection with other ESD departments.3. Design key performance indicators to monitor and report on program progress, identify barriers, proactively assess and address challenges, and accelerate progress.4. Supervise program managers responsible for managing ConnectALL grant programs and develop common management systems for effective reporting.5. Work with the ConnectALL Broadband Deployment and Digital Equity teams to develop integrated workflows across the organization. 6. Represent ConnectALL through preparation of briefing materials for ESD leadership, Executive Chamber, and other State agency and Federal stakeholders. 7. Oversee internal documentation and requirements relating to grant deliverables and payment disbursements contracts and the procurement of contract services and other tasks as needed to effectively implement ConnectALL programs.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred.Relevant Experience Required: 5+ years of work experience with significant direct experience in one or more of the following fields: economic development, government, strategic or urban planning, public administration, community organizing, procurement of public services, grants administration, or related business or not-for profit area. - Direction of large-scale programs or grant portfolios through the entire program life-cycle including program design, execution, and developing key performance indicators. - Implementation of federally funded programs and familiarity with state and federal compliance requirements for broadband infrastructure projects.- Exceptional staff management skills and a track record of cultivating high-performing teams animated by a mission.Knowledge required: - Demonstrated knowledge of project and program management, data-driven analysis, and program evaluation in the government context.- Familiarity with program design and developing operations to support program outcomes.- Works well independently, collaboratively, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with non-negotiable deadlines.- Skilled at advancing a high volume of work within a large organization.- Must possess a growth mindset and is comfortable identifying resources to unblock obstacles.- Organized and detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple types of work simultaneously and quickly context-switch. - Must have a passion for closing the digital divide in New York and ensuring solutions are equitable.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.Comprehensive Benefits Package.

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Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY